Leadership in Senior Living: David Morgan Appointed to Carmel’s Mayor’s Advisory Commission
As President of Senior Home Companions, I’m excited to share some news with our community. I’ve been appointed to serve on the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Senior Living for the City of Carmel. This volunteer opportunity is close to my heart, and it reflects my ongoing commitment to improving the lives of seniors in Carmel—not just through our in-home care, but also through community leadership and long-term planning.
Why does the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Senior Living matter for Carmel?
The Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Senior Living is dedicated to:
- Identifying ways to better serve senior citizens in Carmel
We listen to seniors and their families, and work together to find practical solutions for everyday challenges. - Contributing to strategic planning and community decision-making
Our group helps shape the city’s approach to senior living, transportation, and healthcare. - Helping shape policies that impact aging residents
We make sure seniors’ voices are heard at every level of city government.
As someone who leads a local provider of senior care in Carmel and the surrounding areas, I see firsthand the challenges families face—from aging in place to caregiver support and safety. I’m eager to bring that real-world perspective to the commission’s work.
How do I see Senior Home Companions’ commitment beyond caregiving?
Our mission at Senior Home Companions has always been about helping seniors live safely and independently at home. My appointment to the commission reinforces three core commitments I hold dear:
- Advocacy for seniors at the community level
I’m dedicated to speaking up for seniors and their families in city discussions. - Collaboration with local leadership
Working alongside city officials helps us create better solutions for everyone. - Long-term improvement of senior living resources in Carmel
I want to help build a stronger network of support for aging residents.
Serving on the commission means I can help make sure seniors—and the families who care for them—have a voice in shaping Carmel’s future. Their needs should always be front and center in every conversation about our city.
How is Carmel supporting aging in place for seniors?
As Carmel continues to grow, so does the need for thoughtful planning around senior living, transportation, healthcare access, and community engagement. At Senior Home Companions, we remain dedicated to:
- Providing compassionate in-home care
Our caregivers help seniors stay safe and comfortable at home. - Supporting family caregivers
We offer resources and guidance for those caring for loved ones. - Strengthening the network of senior resources across Carmel
We connect families with the support they need, when they need it.
This appointment is another step toward making sure seniors in our community have access to the support they deserve.
If you or a loved one is exploring options for senior care in Carmel, I invite you to reach out. Contact us today to learn more about how we support seniors in living safely, confidently, and independently at home.
David Morgan’s experience combines non-profit work, health care, and entrepreneurship.
In the non-profit arena, David worked in Human Resources with Chuck Swindoll’s international ministry, Insight for Living, while completing a graduate degree at Dallas Theological Seminary. He currently leads a handful of innovative discussion groups and serves as an Elder at Trader’s Point Christian Church. David also wrote a book, Delivering Your Future, which helps young adults discover their calling and stay grounded in faith during college.
David has been the President of Senior Home Companions for more than a decade. SHC creates active and engaged lives through exceptional care for older adults. David was drawn to SHC because he was impressed with the dedication and compassion of the caregivers who attended to his grandparents. SHC has grown to have six locations in Indiana and Florida with 600 people serving older adults.
Most recently, David has created innovation in memory care. Story Cottages are first-of-their kind, exclusive Indy custom residences for those with memory loss. They provide peace of mind to family members, allowing their loved ones to reside in a comforting, neighborhood memory care home with premium safety features, surrounded by peers and a nurturing staff.
David graduated with an M.B.A from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College where he was an Edward Tuck Scholar. He also completed the Stanley K Lacey (LEAD) leadership program and has served on the Board for the Indiana Association of Homecare, the Private Care Association, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
David and his wife and their three boys enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures.
